Logan Paul has apologised after leaking a private message from Dwayne Johnson that he admitted 'he shouldn't have' shared.
Paul and Johnson share a history in the world of professional wrestling. The 30-year-old YouTube star, who has competed in several high-profile matches, has spoken of his admiration for The Rock, with the pair even appearing together in multiple videos.
But their relationship soured in 2017, when Paul filmed a suicide victim in Japan. Following the backlash, Johnson cut ties with him and requested that all of their shared content be deleted, despite Paul issuing a public apology.
In recent years however, their friendship has been rekindled, with the duo even exchanging private messages. Ahead of film director Benny Safdie's appearance on Paul's IMPAULSIVE podcast, Johnson sent Paul a video message.
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The Rock stars in The Smashing Machine, a true story about mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr, that is being directed by Safdie.
In the clip, Johnson, who was having his make-up done, jokingly said: "Yo, my brother, I know I look super cool right now. Brother I know you're doing Benny Safdie today, I'm so happy that you're going to meet him.
"That's my guy, that's my brother and he changed my life and I just want you to know that and you guys are going to have an amazing talk. I told Benny how much man I just love you and you guys are going to have a great talk."
Paul then cut away from showing the private message on his video.
"I'm just going to listen to the rest of this off camera," Paul said "Sorry, I shouldn't have filmed it. I was just very excited, Dwayne Johnson he's been very nice to me recently."
Johnson is widely regarded as one of the best professional wrestlers of all time.
He spent eight years with the WWF, which was later rebranded as WWE, before he made the transition to Hollywood. Now 53, he became a household name through his starring role in blockbuster hits such as Fast & Furious and San Andreas, as well as Disney's Moana, where he provided the voice for Maui.
His next major release will be The Smashing Machine, which is set for release on 3 October.
The film tells the story of a former MMA fighter who rises to the top, but battles significant personal struggles.
And Johnson won't be away from the big screen for long.
He is set to star in Lizard Music, when he will play an eccentric man in his 70s, known as 'Chicken Man'.
The role will see Johnson shed 60lbs of muscle, as he teams up once again with Safdie.
Topics: Dwayne Johnson, Logan Paul, The Rock, Wrestling, YouTube
James Taylor